Well, there’s not much else to do in the garden…Why not shop? Seriously though, one of the best times to shop for tools and other gardening paraphernalia is in the off-season. Late-fall is an obvious choice, when stores are looking to unload their current gardening stock, but winter is also a great time to look for items for the garden. Not only will they be cheaper, but you’ll also be much more liable to shop around for better prices than in the summer when you need that hoe or hose RIGHT NOW.